As we dive into the latest trends in the finance world, one thing is clear – hedge funds and mutual funds are making some strategic moves. According to Goldman Sachs, these two major investor groups have been focusing on a select few stocks in anticipation of market shifts and increased volatility.
Goldman analyzed the holdings of 693 hedge funds with $2.8 trillion of equity positions and 554 mutual funds with $3.7 trillion of equity assets. From there, they compiled baskets of stocks that were of particular interest to both hedge funds and mutual funds. These “shared favorites” have seen a 17% rally year-to-date, keeping pace with the broader market.
One notable stock that both hedge funds and mutual funds have shown interest in is CRH PLC, a building material company based in Dublin. Third Point’s Dan Loeb has expressed bullish sentiment towards CRH PLC, emphasizing the value in companies in the “physical world” with attractive prices. Additionally, credit card giants Visa and Mastercard, as well as health care names like UnitedHealth and insurer Progressive, have also been popular among both investor groups.
Interestingly, despite the continued dominance of megacap technology stocks, hedge funds and mutual funds have been reducing their exposure to these companies. This shift has been particularly evident in the so-called “Magnificent Seven” stocks, where investors have started to trim their positions. Instead, there has been an increased allocation towards the health care sector, which offers a combination of defensiveness and growth opportunities.
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